Cabin accommodations near Ovett, Mississippi offer visitors access to 30,000 acres of wooded terrain in the piney woods region. Located approximately 25 miles from Hattiesburg, this area experiences hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and mild winters where nights can drop below freezing. Most camping cabins maintain year-round availability, with peak season running April through October when rainfall averages 4-6 inches per month.
What to do
Disc golf courses: Paul B. Johnson State Park Campground features two 18-hole disc golf courses set among tall pines. "Located on a massive lake and two 18 hole disc golf courses. We managed to make our rounds making sure everybody was okay and had plenty of firewood," notes a visitor who stayed during an ice storm.
Fishing opportunities: Maynor Creek Waterpark cabins place anglers directly on the reservoir where bass and crappie fishing remain productive year-round. "Have been several times & would go back again," mentions one regular visitor who enjoys the consistent fishing access.
Water recreation: Camping cabins at Big Creek Water Park provide direct lake access with swimming areas and boat rentals. "Great sites although some are a bit tight. The bath house is dated and only 1 washer and dryer but the park itself is great," reports one camper who appreciated the water activities despite some facility limitations.
What campers like
Lake views: Paul B. Johnson State Park Campground offers waterfront cabin sites with pier access. "We had full hook up was nice! However, the connections were quite spread out with the water pretty far back from the other connections at this site," notes one visitor who still appreciated the lakeside setting despite some utility challenges.
Clean facilities: Hattiesburg / Okatoma River KOA maintains modern cabin accommodations with professional cleaning standards. "This was the nicest campground we stayed at on our 4 week trip. Our level site was on a lovely pond, with a friendly duck. This is the first architecturally designed KOA facility I've seen in two years of camping," shares a recent visitor.
Quiet atmosphere: Many cabins offer peaceful settings away from urban noise. "Located between Collins & Laurel MS. Most sites are large with good separation between them. Wooded, but almost no privacy between sites. Quiet, secure," reports a camper who stayed at Big Creek Water Park.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most camping cabins near Ovett require advance bookings, especially from spring through fall. "Popular campground; recommend reservations. We didn't have a reservation, but we were able to camp in site 18," advises a camper about Big Creek Water Park.
Linens and supplies: Cabin campers typically need to bring their own bedding, towels, and cooking utensils. This applies even at premium locations like Sleepy Hollow RV Park where amenities are extensive but personal items remain necessary.
Seasonal considerations: Winter cabin camping requires preparation for potentially cold nights. "We were evacuated to North LA for hurricane Ida. We wanted to find something closer after the storm passed. Found this place in a Google search and called to check availability," explains a visitor who found emergency accommodation at Sleepy Hollow RV Park during hurricane season.
Tips for camping with families
Splash pad access: Family-friendly water features make summer stays more enjoyable. "The park has plenty of nice campsites. Located on a massive lake with other lakes on the property for fishing. There are also walking trails and very clean showers and restrooms," notes a visitor to Hattiesburg/Okatoma River KOA.
Playground facilities: Military Park Camp Shelby Lake Walker Family Campground offers recreational areas for children near cabin sites. "If you are in sites 1-38 they are wooded with some privacy between sites. Some have a nice view of the lake. We were in site 34 which was spacious," shares a recent visitor.
Pet accommodations: Many cabin camping options welcome family pets with specific policies. "We were able to bring all of our pups to the enclosed dog play area that had a great big shade tree to run and run and run. Poop bags and garbage cans were convenient there and throughout the park," explains a visitor to Sleepy Hollow RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Site specifics: Experienced RVers recommend researching specific cabin locations before booking. "Lots of turns so go slow and know your rig," advises a visitor to Sleepy Hollow RV Park about navigating to cabin sites.
Utility connections: Check the availability and positioning of hookups when booking cabin sites. "Sites were mostly small with biggish drop off from steps to camper usable site. Not my favorite. Every COE site we have been to beats this," notes one visitor about challenges at some local sites.
Supply access: Cabin campers should know where to find necessities. "There is a lot to do within the park– swimming, fishing (no license required), basketball, a playground for children, a dog park, a dog wash station," explains a visitor to Hattiesburg/Okatoma River KOA where on-site amenities reduce the need for town trips.
